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Communication: FOURTH PERIOD

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A defined area of geographical coverage is commonly called an area network. Which of the area networks below is the smallest in area covered?
Modbus has standard command codes to allow the master to access information from it's slaves. Which of the commands below would be used to request the content of the slaves input register # 30009?
There has to be a way for data to be communicated to the systems I/O for a HMI application to be effective. Which of the terms below best represents the pool of information for this communication?
In Modbus, data is read, and written in various memory ranges. Which of the answers below best represents the data type that a coils would use?
There are several layers in the DCS architecture. Which of the levels below would have direct control over the accounting system?
There are several stages in the alarm lifecycle. Which of these stages is the alarm system commissioned?
A typical HMI has several subsystems attached to it. Which of the subsystems below would be involved in visual indications of data?
In a motor control function block program, conditional block are used. Which of the answers below is best described as a condition that must remain TRUE for a device can stay activated?
There are many different software programs that are commonly used by a DCS. Which of the programs below would allow observation and control of the plant?
A typical DCS has at least four layers in it's architecture. Fieldbus and DeviceNet are all under the direct control of which of the layers below?
Which of the lengths below relates best to a spur cable with 2 field devices connected?
In a typical GUI, values take one of four generic indicators. Which of the indicators below would best used where discrete data needs to be provided, but a simple colour change will suffice?
IPv4 and IPv6 are the two current versions of IP. Which of the answers below is the defining difference between the two protocols?
Software for programming or configuration is an integral part of any HMI. Which of the interfaces below can be best described as having the operators access the various HMI subsystems to interact with a process control system?
Which of the answers below has the correct amount and kind of parameters of an Foundation field bus AI block?
A defined area of geographical coverage is commonly called an area network. Which of the area networks below is a network that links smaller networks together, but potentially on a global scale?
Communication that is wireless in a SCADA system is common. Which of the communication methods below would be best defined as one that is limited to 10 km or less?
A DCS collects a lot of data during the course of operating. Which of the terms below would best describe the database that contains a record of process alarms and events as they occur?
A DCS collects a lot of data during the course of operating. Which of the terms below would best describe the database that contains the value of all the parameters and tags, as well as all the programming and the DCS configuration?
In a typical GUI, values take one of four generic indicators. Which of the indicators below would best be used with analog values that require a significant degree of accuracy?
Choose the best answer that represents the bit rate of a 14400 baud rate.
Digital valve positioners are best defined as which of the following answers?
Which of the cable types below would be best used in an H1 transmission trunk line?
Of the problems below, which would be best solved by shielding on cables?
There are numerous function block modes which are permitted. Which of the modes below is best described as the mode the function block desires to be in?